Donald Trump confidently asserts that both Ukraine and Russia are striving to end the war, and he has no intentions of being deceived in this process
According to the former U.S. president, his negotiation experience allows him to distinguish genuine intentions from imitations, and based on this, he believes in the sincerity of both sides. Trump made this statement during a joint press conference at the White House on April 18, replying to journalists’ questions. In his speeches, he emphasized that throughout his life, the main trait has been his ability to negotiate, and he believes this enables him to assess the situation adequately. "My entire life experience tells me that when I am not being deceived, I can feel it. And now I see that both sides — Ukraine and Russia — are showing genuine enthusiasm for ending this war," Trump highlighted. The host also dismissed any assumptions that the Russian side might exploit his trust for its own interests. According to him, he is deliberately approaching this situation openly and honestly, and has never felt that he is being deceived. "No deceptions — neither from Russia nor Ukraine. I am doing everything to help find a way to peace, and this war is not mine. It’s the Biden administration’s war, and it’s supposed to be a war that shouldn’t have happened," the former U.S. president stressed. Trump added that he is ready to suspend his mediation efforts in peace negotiations if the American political leadership cannot achieve a positive outcome, and expressed his willingness to cease his participation if there are no clear signs of progress. He did not specify the exact conditions for this but emphasized that the lack of concrete steps might end his involvement in this process. Additionally, information has been released about a phone call with a U.S. representative — Secretary of State Mark Rubio, who, in talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, informed him of a shift in Washington’s position regarding mediation efforts in the conflict resolution. According to sources in diplomatic circles, the U.S. is prepared to withdraw from its role as an active mediator if no concrete signs of progress and a clear path to peace emerge soon. Overall, Trump’s comments reflect confidence that there are still chances for conflict resolution, but that the process requires sincere efforts from both sides. While the Biden administration is making attempts to regain control of the situation, among American politicians, debates continue about the unpredictable dynamics of the war and the roles various actors might play in its resolution. Trump persists in asserting that a settlement is possible and that he is personally making efforts to resolve the conflict, even as political circles prepare for an uncertain future of this war and its possible ending.